With Descript, you have two recording options: the Editor Recorder and the Screen Recorder. Each tool supports different workflows depending on what you need to record—like a quick screen demo, tutorial, or multitrack project. This article provides an overview of both tools.
Looking to record with others instead?
This article doesn't include info for creating a remote recording session with guests. For that workflow, see Getting Started with Descript Rooms.
Understanding the differences between Descript’s recorders
Both recorders offer built-in transcription and connect directly with Descript’s editor. The main difference is how and where to use each tool.Â
| Feature | Editor Recorder | Screen Recorder |
|---|---|---|
| Available on | Descript for Web (web.descript.com) and the desktop application | Only available in the desktop application |
| Recording setup | Within a Descript project | The desktop menu bar on your OS |
| Media structure | Multitrack projects with
separate audio and video tracks |
A recording with a combined single video and audio file |
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Learn more about each recorder
For detailed guides on how to get started, explore the full articles below:
Editor recorder guide |
Screen recorder guide |